Olivia Pope has Killer Professional Style

 

Over the weekend I starting watching a new show on Netflix, called Scandal ! Not only is the main character played by the lovely, Kerry Washington who is one of only a few African-American women to land a lead role on prime-time television. The first to do so since 1974. Now you can understand why I’m blown away by Scandal and much more!

The show is based on Judy Smith’s life, a damage control specialist/lawyer/PR Executive, who is a co-producer for the show along side Shonda Rhimes, creator of  longtime popular series Grey’s Anatomy. The show is about Olivia Pope, a crisis management specialist who fixes clients. Beyond the plot of the show,  it encompasses some killer fashion choices that Olivia Pope wears that make you want to update your business attire.

It never occurred to me that professional wardrobe could be feminine, stylish and portray leadership. However, after watching this show along with another of my favorites, Damages I want to upgrade my closet with a few Oliva Pope essentials, especially in time for fall.

I want this zip up off-white top!

I’m looking for a new trench but I think I’ll stick to camel but we’ll see.

I need to layer a couple long elegant necklaces, done!

The seafoam blouse compliments the entire ensemble.

 

Survive NYFW with BALLASOX

I didn’t make it this year to the big apple to celebrate NYFW (bummer) but if I did you can bet my feet would be in dire need of relief. I would absolutely rock my favorite stilettos and pumps etc, therefore, I need a subtle ballet flat to store in my carry-all or clutch depending on the event. Tadaa!!!  BALLASOX! Check ‘em out only $60 a pair! Yahoo!!

To purchase visit http://www.ballasox.com/intro.html.

 

FNO Los Angeles 2012 Run Down

There is so much going on for FNO 2012 in LA (September 6, 2012). Whether you live on the west-side, near the beach or you reside in Hollywood or near Griffith Park on the east-side of LA there is something going on near your neighborhood. Have fun shopping and supporting local designers as well as FNO globally.

For more info visit FNOLA and Like the FB page http://www.facebook.com/fashionsnightoutla

Wednesday Wishlist: Rag & Bone Tail Coat

The Biker Tail Coat is now available for Pre-Order online

Order there —>http://www.rag-bone.com/Biker_Tailcoat/pd/cl/9777/np/160/p/3982.html

Couture Film: CHANEL F/W 2012/13

Who doesn’t adore Chanel? Well, I have yet to meet that person but if you are a fan of the fashion house then check out the video.

Below is an exclusive peek at Chanel’s Fall/Winter 2012/2012 film, put together by Director Trevor Undi.

CHANEL Haute Couture | Automne – Hiver 2012/13 from Trevor Undi on Vimeo.

September Issue

It’s that time of the year!! Fall Fashion Week is here and my fashion bible arrived in the mail yesterday! I’m so EXCITED! This year Ms. GaGa graces the cover which is sure to rank up sales, again.

I hope you received your copy too. Happy reading flipping pages, posting sticky notes and endless staring =).

-XOX

Los Angeles Fashion Council Launches ‘Tee Off’ Contest

 

Los Angeles Fashion Council launches it’s first annual “Tee Off’ contest today. The contest is designed to both celebrate Los Angeles design and quintessential Cali-cool style in the t-shirt.

Southern California designers are invited to submit their Los Angeles inspired designs through a specially designed Facebook App, to be voted upon by the public, for a chance to their tee sent to production and sold through our ASOS Marketplace Boutique.

The winner/s will receive the profits of all sales plus our entire Fall Tee Collection. Submissions must be uploaded no later than August 30th and voting closes September 15th.

Winning designs will be available from October 10th, and launched at the LAFC Spring 2013 Collections.

To Enter or Vote: http://bit.ly/Py7GF9

 

ELLE + Revlon = Los Angeles Designer Power Purse Giveaway!

 

 

Are you a southern California resident who can’t get enough of lux designer accessories? ELLE knows how you feel- that’s why they’ve teamed up with Revlon to present “The Purse-uit of Power,” a $3,000 Power Purse giveaway containing everything you need to tackle your day in style, including an iPad, luxury accessories, and must-have makeup.

On August 11^th, the Power Purse will be given to one of the first people to arrive at the top-secret “drop” location, which will be revealed through a series of clues released on Revlon’s Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/Revlon. You can also find clues by following @ELLEmagazine on Twitter.

 

To celebrate the Los Angeles bag drop, an exciting “reveal” event will reward all purse hunters who make it to the destination; guests will enjoy makeovers, manicures, product samples, and more. And, the Los Angeles Power Purse is the third of four bags appearing across the country. Additional bags will be available via online sweepstakes to readers living outside bag drop cities.

 

Tuesday Totes Under $100

Happy Tuesday! What better way to celebrate fashion than with a terrific tote? I’m sure you can think of many ways to be festive today but perhaps you’re headed to the beach while the rest of us work. Be stylish in a new tote. Above are 11 name brand totes under $100. Which is your favorite?

Designer Totes Under $100 by ashleighmcgrew featuring tote handbags

Polo Ralph Lauren vintage handbag / Sonia Rykiel handbag / A|X Armani Exchange tote handbag / Steve Madden tote handbag / Juicy Couture tote / BCBGeneration tote handbag / Nine West handbag / GUESS tote handbag / DKNY beach tote, $97 / Diane von Furstenberg travel handbag / Betsey Johnson betsey johnson handbag

Carol Young | Undesigned Summer Sale Starts Today!

 

Carol Young | Undesigned
Summer Studio

SALE!

July 20 – August 5

Enjoy up to 70% off select
Clothing, Shoes & Accessories!

Sale ends Sunday, August 5, 2012. 

CAROL YOUNG | UNDESIGNED
studio boutique
1953.5 Hillhurst Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90027
323.663.0088